Tag: Rachel carter

  • On A Bubble Tea Mission

    Today I received my first ever bag of Tapioca Pearls (a.k.a. Boba) from Amazon. I am so very excited. It is my first time ever trying to make Bubble Tea at home. I have always gone to the mall and picked up a nice cool glass of either Milk Bubble Tea or a combination of…

  • Why Am I Addicted To Tea?

    I often ask myself what it is about tea that has me coming back for more. I imagine many of you have asked yourself something similar as well. Here is my answer and I challenge you to answer this question as well. I’d love to hear about your reasons… 1. So many choices, endless possibilities,…

  • My Coconut & Honey Matcha Latte Recipe

    My Coconut & Honey Matcha Latte Recipe Ingredients: 2 tsp Matcha – I used Obubu Teas Matcha Hot Water – Enough to make a Matcha paste 2% Milk – 4oz Coconut Milk – 3oz Half & Half – 1oz Honey – 3 tsp or add to your taste Whipped Cream – Optional but delicious *…

  • Bringing Order to Chaos

    Here is the simple explanation to what it is I am trying to do… Currently, iHeartTeas is just little old me trying to make room for new teas in my cupboard with the occasional custom blend I create using aforementioned tea.  I have had more success than I had ever anticipated with minimal to moderate…

  • World Tea Expo Names The Top 6 Leading Tea Trends for 2012

    World Tea Expo Names Six Leading Tea Trends for 2012    From Quality Tea and Matcha Lattes to Tea-enhancing Wares and Cold Brew Green Tea, World Tea Expo Evaluates the Latest Retail Developments, June 1 – 3 LAS VEGAS, Nev. (March 1, 2012) – Organizers of World Tea Expo, the largest and most prominent B2B…

  • Halfway Through

    I am just about halfway through this Bahama vacation and I am honestly starting to get home sick.  Believe it or not I actually miss cooking my own food and even some of the rituals I am used too.  I am sure you are saying…”Boo hoo, at least you are in a gorgeous place with…

  • It’s a Bahamian Life

    A quick update.  My family and I are enjoying some time in the sun. We are taking time enjoying the sunshine, warm weather, the beach, shopping, and some relaxation. I am keeping my shop open and will ship out orders early March.  I thank you for your patience. I hope to do a little tea…

  • Tea Review: Taiwan Jin Xuan Milk Oolong Tea – Teavivre

    Another wonderful sample graciously provided by Teavivre for review. I have taken a rather long time to review this tea.  Not because I dislike oolong or because I was just to busy or lazy to do it but rather because it is essential I be in a special mood for oolong and an even more…